Ho Chi Minh City Sees Long Queues for 'Rare Flavor' Mooncakes Ahead of Lunar New Year
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Ho Chi Minh City Sees Long Queues for 'Rare Flavor' Mooncakes Ahead of Lunar New Year

In Ho Chi Minh City, ahead of the Lunar New Year (Tet), citizens are lining up with millions of dong to purchase mooncakes with rare flavors. Demand for unique taste experiences remains strong despite high prices.

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